For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,566 students in Carlisle, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Carlisle, IA are Hartford Upper Elementary School, Carlisle Elementary School and Carlisle Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carlisle, IA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Carlisle have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Carlisle, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hartford Upper Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 N. Vine
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0316
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0316
Grades: 4-5
| 310 students
Rank: #22.
Carlisle Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
430 School St
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0339
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0339
Grades: PK-3
| 725 students
Rank: #33.
Carlisle Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
325 Scotchridge Rd
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0833
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0833
Grades: 6-8
| 531 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Carlisle, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Carlisle, IA include Hartford Upper Elementary School, Carlisle Elementary School and Carlisle Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Carlisle?
3 public elementary schools are located in Carlisle.
What is the racial composition of students in Carlisle?
Carlisle public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Carlisle are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Carlisle include: Carlisle Elementary School vs. Carlisle Middle School
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